dehydration
noun
de·hy·dra·tion
ˌdē-ˌhī-ˈdrā-shən 
: the process of dehydrating
especially
: an abnormal depletion of body fluids
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An oral rehydration solution typically used to treat dehydration from diarrhea or vomiting in children.
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Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Nearly 97 percent of female respondents reported burning sensations during urination, while 45 percent described amber to brown urine—a sign of dehydration and possible kidney strain.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Doctors ultimately identified extreme exhaustion, dehydration, vasoconstriction and low metabolic levels as the cause of her symptoms.
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Ceramide‑rich hand creams and protective lip balms can help reinforce the skin barrier and prevent dehydration.
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Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Nearly 97 percent of female respondents reported burning sensations during urination, while 45 percent described amber to brown urine—a sign of dehydration and possible kidney strain.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Doctors ultimately identified extreme exhaustion, dehydration, vasoconstriction and low metabolic levels as the cause of her symptoms.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Ceramide‑rich hand creams and protective lip balms can help reinforce the skin barrier and prevent dehydration.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Dehydration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dehydration. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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dehydration
noun
de·hy·dra·tion
ˌdē-hī-ˈdrā-shən
: the process of dehydrating
especially
: an abnormal depletion of body fluids
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